‘American Idol’ is back for season 22. See photos of Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan as they search for the next champion.
American Idol returns for season 22 on February 18. Host Ryan Seacrest returns with judges Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan. After Iam Tongi’s win last season, the judges are looking to find the next winner.
The American Idol crew will be kicking off a nationwide search for the next champion. They’ll be stopping by Los Angeles, Nashville, and the judges’ very own hometowns to find the next singing sensation. Scroll down to see photos of the judges and new contestants in our gallery.
1 of 12‘American Idol’ Crew
The American Idol gang is back! Host Ryan Seacrest joins judges Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan for season 22.
Katy Perry
Katy Perry waves to fans in a school hallway in the American Idol season 22 premiere. She rocks a cowgirl-inspired look with a cowgirl hat and boots.
Luke Bryan
Luke Bryan listens to a contestant during American Idol season 22. He’s looking for the next Idol champion with his fellow judges.
Lionel Richie
Lionel Richie talks with a contestant during American Idol season 22. He’s been a judge with Katy Perry and Luke Bryan since the show’s revival.
Odell Bunton
Odell Bunton performs during the American Idol season 22 auditions. The singer hails from Texas.
Lionel Richie, Katy Perry & Luke Bryan
Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan sit at the judges’ table in American Idol season 22. They’ll be stopping at various cities across the country looking for the next American Idol winner.
Blake Proehl
Blake Proehl performs on the piano while auditioning for American Idol season 22. He brings along a loved one for his big audition.
Meggie Iyer
Meggie Iyer belts out a song during her American Idol audition. She is currently a college student at Indiana University.
McKenna Breinholt
McKenna Breinholt auditions for American Idol season 22 in the February 18 premiere. She performs a song while playing the piano.
Sariah
Sariah is one of the contestants to audition during the season 22 premiere. She looks gorgeous in a sequin dress and fur coat.
Triston Harper
Triston Harper brings along his guitar for his American Idol audition. He’s a high school student from Alabama.
‘American Idol’ Judges
They’re always up to something! Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan sit and discuss the American Idol contestants.
